Weekly Bulletin - 27 August
Welcome to our weekly church bulletin, here's what is coming up in the life of St Andrew's and St Bartholomew's!
Services This Sunday -
9am Communion service at St A's
10.30am Informal Worship with Children's and Youth Groups at St A's
Guest speakers Andy and Andrea Warner, former members of St Andrew's, and now missionaries in Barcelona, Spain will be preaching at the 9am and 10.30am services this Sunday
To find out what's happening during the week click here to view our full church calendar.
Readings This Sunday
9am - 1 Cor 15:12-28; 35-49
John 20:1–18
10.30am - 1 Cor 15:12-28; 35-49
Preaching Theme - 1 Corinthians
Weekly Prayer Zoom Details
Every Thursday
7.30pm Zoom Prayer
Meeting ID:717 8863 5477 Passcode: STAPRAYER
News and Notices
Having trouble with ChurchSuite or not quite sure how to use it? Come along to our ChurchSuite Surgery in the large hall this Sunday after both 9 and 10.30 services, where you can drop in for help with anything you're finding difficult. Whether you need help accessing your account, updating your details, signing up for events, or simply finding your way around, we'll be on hand to help. No question is too small — just come along and we'll do our best to get you sorted!
Pastoral Care Coordinator
We are seeking an experienced individual to coordinate pastoral care within our congregations and into the local community, particularly focusing on the elderly and socially isolated.
15 hours per week with flexible working.
Salary: £13,400
Closing date: 25th September 2026
Interview dates: 5th or 7th October 2026
Permanent post
For further information or an informal conversation about the role please contact Gaz Moseley at admin@stastb.church Full details and application from available here:
Vacancies — St Andrew's & St Bartholomew's
🏠 Could You Open Your Home to a Youth Ministry Intern?
We're looking for one host family to welcome a young adult male intern into their home from September through to the summer. He is passionate about youth ministry and growing in his faith, and this is a wonderful opportunity to play a meaningful part in his journey. Respite hosting can be arranged during holidays or whenever you need your spare room back, so there's flexibility for your family too. Have a look at the Host Home Pack and Home & Hosting Survey below for more information. Questions? Email our Youth Pastor Jamie at jamie@stastb.church or our host family liaison Charlie at charlotteeflores@gmail.com
Host Home Pack 2026-27.pdf Home & Hosting Survey 2026-27
Peter Clarkson - Peter's family have asked us to announce that he passed away last week. Peter faithfully served as organist at St Andrew's for many years. We haven't yet been informed of funeral arrangements at the time of writing but we will update you as we get further details.
Chris Porter - Chris's funeral service and cremation will take place at 2.30pm at Willow Chapel, Cheltenham Crematorium, on Tuesday 8th September 2026.
Everyone is welcome to attend the service. There is no dress code — please wear whatever makes you feel comfortable and happy.
After the service, those who would like to join us are warmly invited back to the family home at 19 Brookfield Road, Churchdown, Gloucester GL3 2PQ. We expect to arrive at the house from around 4.30pm.
If you would like to join us afterwards, please RSVP on 07990 528552.
There is some parking available on the road, as well as a large car park behind Churchdown Club, just around the corner.
Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made via the online announcement: christopherporter.muchloved.com
Women's Breakfast - Saturday September 12th 09:00-10:30
Jude Parkin will be our speaker at the Women's Breakfast. A mum of three, Jude keeps busy juggling family life alongside her work in the community, running a community café and food pantry in Cheltenham that supports people in need. She and her husband Jon have been part of their church community at St Paul's Church in Cheltenham for many years, preaching, leading home groups and helping with Kids' Church and Youth. Jude has a real heart for people knowing who they are in Jesus. Please do invite your friends to this breakfast, we want this to be open for those who are not Christians - there is always an extra seat at the table for those who do life with us, outside of the church context. Please reflect who you can extend the invite to, be bold in inviting them and sign up here Women's Breakfast (12-Sep-2026) · ChurchSuite Events Save the date for Women's Day 2027 - The 2027 Women's Day will be on 6th March 2027, please save the date and share it with the women around you. We will be joined by the amazing Hellie Glynn, to understand more about her we encourage you to listen to a recent podcast in which she was interviewed, titled 'Hearing God'.
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Upcoming Courses at GTS
Celtic Christiany: Still relevant in today's world?
You've seen Celtic crosses, but have you wondered about Celtic Christianity? Gateway Theology School is offering a new course covering the history, spirituality, monasticism, hospitality, and unique worship style of Celtic Christianity – exploring what we might still learn from this ancient tradition today.
A day-time course here at St Andrew's (lounge), facilitated by Marilyn Baldwin and Dan Button
Wednesdays 10-12am, from Sep 9 – Oct 7 (5 sessions)
If interested please contact: info@gtstheology.org
Or see the GTS website for further info: gtstheology.org
Gateway Forum - Is the Bible Patriarchal?
The next Gateway Forum presents the award-winning speaker & author Dr Elaine Storkey, presenting a talk on one of the most common modern-day critiques against the Bible: 'Is the Bible Patriarchal'? As an expert in biblical interpretation, she'll explore the evidence and come to some surprising conclusions.
The forum runs 7-9pm starting with refreshments, introduction, the talk, then 30 minutes of Q&A. (No cost but donation of £10 appreciated). Fri, Sept 25th, St Catharine's Church (London Rd, Gloucester) Please register in advance via Dan Button or: info@gtstheology.org or see the website: gtstheology.org
If you would like to include any updates in the weekly bulletin, send them to admin@stastb.church. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday at 1pm.
This week's Green Tip!
Try to buy locally produced fruit and vegetables in season (to reduce reliance on transporting from other countries)
Giving at St Andrew's and St Bartholomew's
Generous giving is an integral part of Christian discipleship. The apostle Paul says that giving is a primary responsibility for Christians: 'But since you excel in everything – in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness and in the love we have kindled in you – see that you also excel in this grace of giving. 2 Cor 8:7. For more information on how to give and where your money goes please download our giving flyer here.
Please click here to make a one-off donation or set up a direct debit.
Pastoral Care
As part of our Christian community, we provide mutual support for one another. Much of this happens informally with friends within the church and through the connect groups. However, sometimes people will require more personal support and encouragement either as a 'one-off chat' or on a more ongoing basis. For a conversation with someone on our Pastoral Care Team contact the office admin@stastb.church or phone 01452 712154 during office hours. For issues concerning safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable adults, see our website https://www.stastb.church/safeguarding For other useful contacts including Gloucester Adults helpdesk, Domestic abuse support services, Samaritans or Gloucester NHS Crisis team, visit https://gloucester.anglican.org/about-us/safeguarding/contacts/
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St Andrew's Church Centre, Station Road, Churchdown, Gloucester, GL3 2JT
www.stastb.church
01452 712154
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 9.30am - 12.30pm
Closed Tuesday 9.30am - 11.30am
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